🇵🇭Philippines

🇩🇯DjiboutiPH-DJ

Philippines to Djibouti visa requirements

Q: Is there a visa on arrival for Filipinos in Djibouti?

Not for ordinary passports. Djibouti replaced visa-on-arrival with the eVisa system on 18 February 2018; VOA is now generally limited to diplomatic, official and service passport holders. Apply for the eVisa in advance.

Q: How much does the Djibouti tourist eVisa cost?

The short-stay eVisa (15-90 days) costs USD 23 and the transit eVisa (1-14 days) costs USD 12. Third-party agencies may add a service fee.

Q: How long can I stay in Djibouti on the tourist eVisa?

The short-stay eVisa allows stays of 15 to 90 days. The transit eVisa covers 1 to 14 days.

Q: Where do I apply for the Djibouti eVisa?

On the official government portal at evisa.gouv.dj. Apply at least 10 business days before departure and print the approved eVisa PDF to show at immigration.

Q: Is Djibouti part of the Schengen area?

No. Djibouti is in East Africa and is not a Schengen country, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Djibouti has its own eVisa requirement.

Philippine ordinary passport holders need a visa for Djibouti and must obtain a Djibouti eVisa online before travel. There is no visa-free entry and no visa-on-arrival for ordinary passports. The tourist (short-stay) eVisa costs USD 23 for stays of 15-90 days, while a transit eVisa costs USD 12 for 1-14 days. Apply at the official portal (evisa.gouv.dj) at least 10 business days before departure. Djibouti is not in the Schengen area and offers no visa-free access to Philippine ordinary passport holders. Since 18 February 2018 Djibouti has operated an electronic visa (eVisa) system that replaced the previous visa-on-arrival arrangement for most ordinary passport holders; VOA is now reserved mainly for diplomatic, official and service passport holders. A Filipino tourist therefore applies online through the official Djibouti eVisa platform (evisa.gouv.dj), uploads a passport bio-data scan, a recent photo and proof of travel (flights and accommodation), and pays the fee in US dollars. Two tourist/transit options exist: a transit eVisa (1-14 days) at USD 12 and a short-stay eVisa (15-90 days) at USD 23, the latter being the standard choice for tourism. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended arrival date with at least one blank page. Approved eVisas are emailed as a PDF that must be printed and shown at immigration on arrival, typically at Djibouti-Ambouli International Airport. Processing is recommended at least 10 business days in advance. Verdict: visa required via eVisa.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Electronic visa (eVisa) - tourist/short-stay

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (short-stay eVisa); 15-90 days range. Transit eVisa covers 1-14 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 23 (short-stay 15-90 days); USD 12 (transit 1-14 days), plus any platform service fee

consular fee only

Processing time

Apply at least 10 business days before departure; typical processing a few business days

standard track

Validity

eVisa valid for entry within 90 days of issue; passport must be valid 6+ months beyond arrival

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport eligibility

Ensure your Philippine ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned arrival date in Djibouti and has at least one blank page.

· 6+ months validity· 1 blank page

/02

Go to the official eVisa portal

Open the Republic of Djibouti government eVisa platform at evisa.gouv.dj and start a new application. Avoid third-party sites that add service fees.

· evisa.gouv.dj· official portal

/03

Select visa type and complete the form

Choose the short-stay tourist eVisa (15-90 days) for a normal visit, or the transit eVisa (1-14 days) for a brief stopover, then fill in your personal and travel details.

· short-stay 15-90 days· transit 1-14 days

/04

Upload supporting documents

Upload a color scan of your passport bio-data page, a recent passport-style photo, and proof of travel including flight booking and accommodation reservation.

· passport scan· photo· flight + hotel

/05

Pay the fee and submit

Pay the eVisa fee online by card (USD 23 short-stay or USD 12 transit) and submit. Apply at least 10 business days before departure.

· USD 23 short-stay· USD 12 transit

/06

Print the approved eVisa and travel

Once approved, you receive the eVisa by email as a PDF. Print a copy and present it with your passport to immigration on arrival, typically at Djibouti-Ambouli International Airport.

· print PDF· Ambouli Airport

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Philippines -> Djibouti · Electronic visa (eVisa) - tourist/short-stay

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPhilippine ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredColor scan of passport bio-data page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredRecent passport-style digital photo

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed return/onward flight booking

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel reservation or host details)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredValid credit/debit card for online payment

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredPrinted copy of approved eVisa PDF for arrival

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic country

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

conditional

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Djibouti - Wikipedia Visa requirements for Philippine citizens - Wikipedia Official Djibouti eVisa platform (Government of Djibouti)

Application link included: Visa policy of Djibouti - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Short-stay tourist eVisa (15-90 days)USD 23Standard option for tourism; paid online during application

Transit eVisa (1-14 days)USD 12For short stopovers only

Third-party agency service feeUSD 20-60 (varies)Optional; only if using an agency instead of the official portal

Total estimateUSD 23 — USD 83incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official eVisa portal (evisa.gouv.dj)

Apply 10+ business days ahead; often processed within a few business days

Lowest cost and most reliable; pay only the government fee

Third-party visa agency

Similar, sometimes faster with priority service

Convenient but adds a service fee on top of the government fee

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-waiver agreement

Djibouti does not grant visa-free access to Philippine ordinary passport holders, so a visa is mandatory.

High

/02

VOA discontinued for ordinary passports

Since 18 February 2018 Djibouti replaced visa-on-arrival with the eVisa for most travelers; VOA is now mainly for diplomatic/official/service passports.

High

/03

Incomplete supporting documents

Missing flight, accommodation proof or a poor-quality photo/passport scan can delay or cause rejection.

Medium

/04

Insufficient passport validity

A passport not valid six months beyond arrival, or with no blank page, can lead to denial.

Medium

/05

Applying too late

Submitting fewer than 10 business days before departure risks not receiving the eVisa in time.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Philippines to Djibouti route verified

Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy of Djibouti, Wikipedia visa requirements for Philippine citizens and the official evisa.gouv.dj portal that Filipino ordinary passport holders require a Djibouti eVisa (short-stay USD 23 / transit USD 12); no visa-free or ordinary-passport VOA channel.

/09 — The questions